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Steel Profiler - Heavy Engineering Location: Atherton Salary: £31,200 + Overtime THE ROLE We are recruiting on behalf of a long-established heavy engineering business based in Atherton who are looking to strengthen their fabrication team with an experienced Plater / Fabricator. This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy engineering environment producing heavy fabricated components and structures f click apply for full job details

We are seeking skilled and experienced Fabricator Platers to join a major defence shipbuilding programme in Glasgow. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a long-term naval engineering project, fabricating and assembling large steel structures that contribute to the construction of complex vessels. What you'll be doing: Interpreting engineering drawings and marking out materials ready for fabrication. Preparing plate using a range of fabrication techniques, including oxy-fuel cutting, grinding and edge preparation. Fabricating and assembling structural steelwork including shell plating, decks, bulkheads, frames and longitudinals. Manufacturing a variety of fabricated components including hatches, ladders, access platforms, flooring systems, equipment foundations and other steel assemblies. Forming materials using fabrication machinery such as rollers, presses, guillotines, croppers and mechanical saws. Tack welding components to aid assembly in line with engineering drawings and quality standards. Working closely with other trades to ensure work is completed safely, accurately and to programme. Maintaining a safe working environment while adhering to all Health, Safety and Environmental procedures. Your skills and experience: Essential: Modern Apprenticeship certificate/Trade Papers (must be provided with your application). Relevant qualifications such as SVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent. Proven fabrication and plating experience within shipbuilding, heavy engineering, construction or manufacturing environments. Ability to read and interpret engineering and fabrication drawings. Experience operating fabrication equipment including oxy-fuel and/or plasma cutting equipment. Understanding of fabrication processes, structural assembly and tack welding techniques. Good understanding of SHE principles, COSHH and Risk Assessments. Comfortable working in confined spaces and at height. Requirements: Modern Apprenticeship/Trade Papers must be provided when submitting your application. Desirable: Previous marine or shipbuilding experience. Experience fabricating large steel structures. Current safety certifications such as Working at Height, Confined Space or SHE Induction. Experience working within the defence or heavy engineering sectors. Please ensure you attach copies of your Trade Papers and relevant qualifications when submitting your application. Overtime Pay: Monday - Thursday: Time and a Third (1.33x) Friday: Time and a Half for the first 4 hours, Double Time thereafter. Saturday: Time and a Half. Sunday: Double Time. Shift Patterns: Day Shift (Flat Rate) Monday - Thursday 07:00 - 16:30 Night Shift (% Shift Allowance) Monday - Thursday 20:30 - 06:00 Weekend Shift (% Shift Allowance) Friday - Sunday 07:00 - 19:30 This is an excellent opportunity to join a long-term defence shipbuilding programme, offering stable work, competitive earnings, generous overtime opportunities and the chance to work on complex naval engineering projects alongside highly skilled tradespeople.

TekAlloy are looking for an experienced Plater to join a well-established heavy engineering and manufacturing business. Our client is a respected manufacturer of bespoke engineered products, supplying critical equipment to industries including offshore, nuclear, petrochemical, and energy . Due to continued growth, they are looking to strengthen their fabrication team with an experienced Plater who takes pride in producing high-quality work to the highest engineering standards. In this role, you'll be responsible for fabricating a wide range of bespoke engineered products from technical drawings, working alongside a skilled team to deliver complex projects for demanding industries. Precision, craftsmanship, and attention to detail are essential, as every product is manufactured to exact customer specifications. This role would suit an experienced Plater or Fabricator from a heavy engineering background who enjoys working on technically challenging projects and takes pride in producing right-first-time quality. Duties Interpret engineering drawings and fabrication specifications to manufacture bespoke components Mark out, cut, shape, and assemble steel fabrications to tight tolerances Use a range of workshop equipment including overhead cranes, grinders, and fabrication machinery Prepare components for welding and final assembly Ensure all fabricated work meets company quality standards and customer specifications Maintain full material identification and traceability throughout the fabrication process Work closely with Welders, Inspectors, and Production teams to achieve manufacturing schedules Carry out self-inspection to ensure the highest standards of workmanship Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment Follow all company Quality, Health & Safety procedures and industry regulations We're looking for someone with: Proven experience as a Plater or Fabricator within a heavy engineering environment Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation Experience working with carbon steel, stainless steel, duplex, super duplex, or similar materials Competent using overhead cranes, grinders, and general fabrication equipment Excellent attention to detail with a commitment to producing right-first-time quality Understanding of material traceability and quality requirements A proactive attitude with the ability to work independently and as part of a skilled team Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Hours: 38-hour working week Pay: 20.03 per hour Overtime paid at 30.05 per hour Benefits include: Competitive hourly rate Regular overtime opportunities Bonus scheme following qualifying period Company pension 33 days holiday including bank holidays Opportunity to work on technically challenging projects supplying critical industries Long-term career stability within a well-established engineering business

Our Industrial Services team are recruiting Travelling Platers for an ongoing project in Newcastle. Job Details Start date: ASAP Pay Rates: Days: 24.13ph (all hours) Nights: 26.13ph (all hours) Accommodation: 40 per night worked Location: Newcastle Duration: Long-term, ongoing work Working hours: 10-12 hour working days, weekend work available Restrictions: Must be based in the UK and already have UK RTW To Apply Click Apply Now below to submit your information, or call/text/WhatsApp Brendan on (phone number removed) to discuss further.

Wright engineering are looking to recruit enthusiastic and experienced Fabricators and welders to join our team servicing sites across the UK. This is the perfect opportunity for an enthusiastic and dynamic person to thrive, working within a successful and vibrant team. Overview - Based in one of our 2 workshops in Worksop, we are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced, Plater Welder - Working on a wide variety of work, ranging from, power stations, waste recovery, building product manufacture and quarrying industries. - This is a full time position within the company, with the opportunity, to proceed into higher supervisory positions within the group. - The ideal candidate will be experienced and trained to a good standard of workmanship and ideally, be flexible to work on a variety of material grades including carbon and stainless steels. Package: - Monday to Friday 07:30 - 16:00 (overtime available weekdays & weekends) - 15.33 PH basic rate 22.99 PH overtime after 8 hours worked weekday and Saturdays 30.66 PH overtime all hours worked on Sundays - 25 days holiday plus 8 stats - Loyalty bonus - Pension - Fully paid training packages The skills required are: - Experience of working on medium to heavy engineering fabrications. - Reading of, engineering GAs and detailed drawings, to a high standard. - Marking out, drilling, cutting, bending rolling and various types of welding. - All welding will be qualified and tested to our standards in house. - Plant operations such as MEWP, Loadall, forklift truck, would be of benefit but not essential, training can be given if required. - The role could involve the odd day on site, which would see an uplift in the hourly rates accordingly, this is very rare, but may occur. APPLY NOW

Fabricators, are you looking to work in a fantastic, modern environment? Great rates of pay and long term stability? You can grow your skills as we place you on an assignment into Caterpillar Articulated Trucks, Peterlee in a challenging and quality driven manufacturing environment. Caterpillar Peterlee is the worldwide source of Cat Articulated Trucks, currently producing 7 variants used in many industries including mining, construction and aggregates. The facility's manufacturing activities use the latest computer analysis techniques, robotic technology and a state-of-the-art paint plant. Role: Fabricator, 24 Months Fixed Term Rate: Up to £39.10 plus regular overtime and monthly bonuses With plenty of overtime work available throughout the week and during the weekends, you have the opportunity to maximise your earnings on an overtime rate which is paid at time and a half Monday to Saturday and double time on a Sunday. Benefits: Easily accessible via public transport Free on-site parking/ bike-sheds Free tea and coffee Paid holiday (inc. public Hols) 1 Additional holiday every 2 years added to allowance for service (max 5) Monthly performance lead bonus including attendance bonus to boost your earnings! Regular performance review schemes so you'll know when you're doing a great job Full induction and ongoing training Potential to be made permanent with our client Excellent Pay Rates: Day Shift: £19.55 per hour Afternoon Shift: £23.46 per hour Night Shift: £26.39 per hour Overtime 1.5 (Mon-Sat): £29.33 per hour Overtime 2 (Sundays): £39.10 per hour Shifts: Days: Monday - Thursday, 08:00 - 16:00. Friday, 08:00 - 12:30 Back shift: Monday - Thursday, 16:00 - 00:00. Friday, 12:30 - 17:00 Night shift: Monday - Thursday, 00:00 - 08:00. Friday, 17:00 - 21:30 About you: Experienced with working on build/welding fixtures to tight tolerances Have the ability to work under own initiative as well as part of a team Be accustomed to modern practices e.g. following a standard work procedure Carry out some manual lifting Work with a sense and awareness of safety at all times Previous experience Relevant NVQ Level 3 Application process: Applicants will need to pass a skills test Please be aware that PPE is mandatory on the factory floor. This will include ear defenders, overalls and safety boots and will be supplied to you. Previous applicants are welcome to reapply, successful applicants will be contacted. Due to the volume of applications we receive, if you haven't heard back from us within 2 weeks please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. "We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age".

Pay: From 24.16 per hour Job Description: Please note a drug and alcohol test will be conducted on your first day of employmen t. I require a number of Steel Fabricators/Platers for a thriving company based in Bury, Greater Manchester. Night shift- 24.16 per hour plus plenty of overtime if required. Do you want to work a 4 Night week 7pm to 4.45am Mon to Thurs My client has won awards for their work and are highly regarded worldwide. I was fortunate to work for the biggest structural steel company in Europe. Working on some iconic projects throughout the UK and other parts of the world. Now the opportunity is there for you to do the same and work on some of the biggest and best projects. You will enhance your skills, have pride knowing your working on multi million pound projects. Challenging yourself each day working on complex fabrications. As a Steel Fabricator you will also be enhancing your skills. Working with complex structures and plate thicknesses that you may never have fabricated before. Working from engineers drawings and also the chance to learn total station. These Steel Fabricator positions are permanent long term positions. It is exciting and rewarding work. If you are a time served Plater/Steel Fabricator . Apprentice trained / NVQ 3. Please apply. Steel fabricators must be competent and confident in working from technical drawings. Set jobs up, mark out for jigs. Able to use hand tools, use burning equipment. Be comfortable working on your own or part of a team. Heavy plate experience preferred. These positions require you to adhere to all health & Safety practice at all times. Correct PPE must be worn at all times. Hours are 37 worked Monday to Thursday 7pm to 4.45am Time and a half for extra hours in the week and Saturdays. Double time for Sundays. Job Type: Full-time Benefits: Company pension Free parking On-site parking Experience: Steel fabrication: 4 years (preferred) Heavy plate : 1 year (preferred) Work authorisation: United Kingdom

REF: FIF-GRD-008 GRINDER / METAL FINISHER Location: Fife / Central Scotland Employment type: Long-term PAYE opportunity Industry: Shipbuilding, fabrication and heavy engineering Pay 21.10 per hour PAYE 31.65 per hour overtime after 40 hours per week 28.06 per hour for night shifts 400 weekly travel and lodge allowance Estimated Gross Weekly Earnings 45 hours, days: 1,402.25 per week 67 hours, days: 2,098.55 per week 45 hours, nights: 1,680.77 per week 67 hours, nights: 2,377.07 per week The estimated weekly figures include the 400 travel and lodge allowance and are subject to the hours and shifts worked. We are looking to speak with experienced Grinders and Metal Finishers for upcoming long-term fabrication and marine engineering work in Fife. This opportunity would suit candidates with experience in shipbuilding, structural fabrication, defence, manufacturing or heavy engineering. Fife has a strong and established engineering labour market, supported by long-term shipbuilding activity in the wider area, including the Rosyth Type 31 Frigate Programme led by Babcock. The work is expected to suit tradespeople who are comfortable working in structured production environments with high standards around safety, quality and finish. Key duties Grinding and dressing welded joints and fabricated components Removing excess weld material, spatter, burrs and sharp edges Preparing steel plate and structural sections before and after welding Blending and finishing welds to the required standard Using angle grinders, die grinders and other powered hand tools Supporting welders, platers and fabricators during production Carrying out visual checks on completed work Identifying defects or areas requiring further preparation Maintaining tools and equipment in a safe working condition Following site safety, quality and housekeeping procedures Experience required Previous grinding or metal-finishing experience Experience in shipbuilding, fabrication, structural steel, defence, manufacturing or heavy engineering environments Confidence using angle grinders, die grinders and other powered tools Understanding of weld preparation and finishing requirements Ability to work accurately without damaging parent material Good awareness of workplace safety and the correct use of PPE Ability to work independently and as part of a wider production team Previous experience working with heavy plate and structural steel would be beneficial This is a long-term PAYE opportunity, with further details available once suitability has been confirmed. To apply, please send your CV along with details of your grinding or metal-finishing experience, current location and availability.

Key Responsibilities 1. Material Preparation & Interpretation: Read and interpret complex engineering drawings, including General Arrangement (GA), detail, and isometric drawings. Mark out materials for cutting and shaping using templates, scribers, or CNC programming. Select appropriate materials (e.g., carbon steel S355, stainless steel 316L, aluminium). 2. Fabrication & Forming: Operate heavy machinery to cut and shape metal: Thermal Cutting: Plasma, oxy-fuel, and laser cutters. Mechanical Cutting: Guillotines, band saws. Forming: Press brakes, rollers, and plate bending machines to form plates into cylinders, cones, etc. Perform thermal straightening to correct distortions in metal. 3. Assembly & Fitting: Assemble components using jigs, fixtures, and tack welds to ensure precise alignment before final welding. Fit and align large sections and plate work to tight tolerances (often within 2mm). Use measuring equipment (verniers, levels, laser alignment tools) to check accuracy.

Plater Welder Paying up to £17.50 P/H Could lead to a Permanent role based in Loughborough LE11 Our client is looking for an experienced plater welder/ fully skilled fabricator to join their expanding team. Interviewing immediately Day shift (Apply online only) Mon - Thursday (Apply online only) Friday JOB PURPOSE To report to the fabrication Manager To plate weld steel upto 15mm To read all engineering drawings Fully skilled in fabrication and Plater Welding THE Plater Welder CANDIDATE: Ability to Plater Weld and Fabricate to a High Standard Fitting experience is an advantage but not essential Highly skilled apprentice-trained fabricator who can read engineering drawings and cope with varied jobs and materials. More than 3 years industry experience welding and fabricating mid to heavy gauge mild steel Candidate should be able to work on their own initiative. Interested? To apply for the Plater welder role , here are your two options: "This is the job for me! When can I start?" - Call now and let's talk through your experience. Ask for Sharon Pickering on (phone number removed) between 8am - 5pm "I think I'm right for this position, but I'm not sure I have enough to be get an interview" - Click "apply now" so I can read your CV and let you know Precision are committed to keeping our candidates informed and offer a guaranteed response within 7 days when applying through the application system Ref: Plater Welder / Fabricator INDTEMP